Trip from Black Creek, WI to City of Janesville, WI

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

3h 7m

Distance

139 mi

224 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$22

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 35 min

4 AM

2h 56m ★

6 AM

3h 7m

8 AM

3h 31m

10 AM

3h 16m

12 PM

3h 13m

3 PM

3h 17m

5 PM

3h 29m

8 PM

3h 0m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Black Creek, WI

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City of Janesville, WI

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Trip Overview

This 139-mile drive from Black Creek, WI, to the City of Janesville, WI, is a straightforward trip that can easily be completed in a single day, taking approximately 3 hours and 7 minutes. The route is primarily highway-focused, with 88% of the journey on major roads like State Highway 26 and I-41, making it an efficient travel option. With an estimated fuel cost of $22, this is a budget-friendly option for a quick getaway within the Midwest. The drive offers a consistent pace, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stop. Plan for a departure that allows for minimal stops, as the longest continuous stretch is over 55 miles.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

69.5 miles from Black Creek, WI

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 33m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
State Highway 26	55.7 mi	1h 13m
WI 26	34.8 mi	45m
I 41	24.7 mi	26m
County Road A	5.9 mi	10m
US 151	4.1 mi	4m
State Highway 47	3.5 mi	4m
North Lynndale Drive	3 mi	5m
North Main Street	2.8 mi	5m

Longest stretch: State Highway 26 — 55.7 mi, about 1h 13m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Black Creek, WI and City of Janesville, WI.

Start on WI 54

37 ft · 7 sec · East State Street

Turn left onto WI 47

0.8 mi · 1 min · North Main Street

Continue on WI 47

3.5 mi · 4 min · State Highway 47

Turn right onto CTH A

5.9 mi · 10 min · County Road A

Continue on CTH A; CTH JJ

1.0 mi · 1 min · North Lynndale Drive

Enter roundabout onto CTH A

103 ft · 2 sec · North Lynndale Drive

Continue on CTH A

2.0 mi · 3 min · North Lynndale Drive

Turn right onto CTH OO

1.0 mi · 1 min · West Northland Avenue

Use the straight lane.

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 36 sec

Toward I 41 South, US 41 South: Oshkosh, Milwaukee Use the left lane.

Merge onto I 41; US 41

25 mi · 26 min · I 41; US 41

Use the straight lane.

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 51 sec

Exit 113 Toward WI 26, CTH N: Rosendale Use the slight right lane.

Turn right onto WI 26; CTH N

11 mi · 14 min · State Highway 26

Continue on WI 26

1.0 mi · 2 min · North Main Street

Continue on WI 26

9.7 mi · 13 min · State Highway 26

Take the ramp

0.5 mi · 58 sec

Merge onto US 151; WI 26

4.1 mi · 4 min · US 151; WI 26

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 30 sec

Exit 144 Toward WI 26: Waupun, Juneau

Keep slight left at fork

187 ft · 4 sec

Turn left onto WI 26

6.9 mi · 9 min · State Highway 26

Continue on WI 26

0.5 mi · 1 min · Front Street

Continue on WI 26

5.6 mi · 7 min · State Highway 26

Continue on WI 26

0.9 mi · 1 min · North Main Street

Turn right onto CTH W

0.6 mi · 1 min · West North Street

Turn left onto Western Avenue

0.3 mi · 50 sec · Western Avenue

Turn right onto WI 26; CTH S

23 mi · 27 min · State Highway 26

Use the straight lane.

Continue on WI 26

35 mi · 45 min · WI 26

Use the straight / right lanes.

Turn left onto East Memorial Drive

261 ft · 11 sec · East Memorial Drive

Continue on North Garfield Avenue

0.5 mi · 1 min · North Garfield Avenue

Turn right onto East Court Street

467 ft · 15 sec · East Court Street

Arrive at destination

East Court Street

Trip Plan

Given the 3-hour and 7-minute estimated duration for this 139-mile trip, it's an ideal candidate for a single-day excursion. You can comfortably depart Black Creek in the morning and arrive in Janesville by midday, leaving ample time for activities at your destination. With only one recommended stop, you have the flexibility to decide when and where to take a break, though it's wise to consider the longest stretch of 55.7 miles on State Highway 26 when planning. The $22 fuel cost is quite manageable, but always check your fuel gauge before leaving and before embarking on longer segments of the drive.

Morning Departure

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Evening Departure

A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

You can normally do this drive in one day.

Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.

The halfway point lands around 69.5 miles from Black Creek, WI, or about 1h 33m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 55.7 miles.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

Departure

Before you leave

Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.

First stop

Around 31 miles or 42m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 69.5 miles or 1h 33m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 2h 32m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near City of Janesville, WI than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Black Creek, WI so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Black Creek, WI

This is one driving day of about 139 miles and 3h 7m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 31 miles from Black Creek, WI.

This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.

Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.

The longest stretch is on State Highway 26 for about 55.7 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Juneau, WI

70 mi into the route

Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset

This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.

Pacing Suggestions

Neenah, WI

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 31 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Waupun, WI

Meal break

The midpoint is around 69.5 miles from Black Creek, WI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Coffee Stop

Magnolia Coffee Co.

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Appleton, Wisconsin

Near the start, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour $1 to $10 mile 9.9

Hours: 6:30 am–4 pm

+19204540052

Magnolia Coffee Co.

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour $1 to $10 mile 9.9

Appleton, Wisconsin

Hours: 6:30 am–4 pm

+19204540052

The Breaking Point LLC

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~10 min detour

4.2 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 9.9

Appleton, Wisconsin

Hours: 4–9 pm

+19202053780

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Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 15

5 decision points cluster between mile 13.3 and 65.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

13.3 mi into trip | ~22m in | CTH OO / West Northland Avenue

Turn right onto CTH OO / West Northland Avenue

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane.

14.3 mi into trip | ~23m in

Take the ramp toward I 41 South, US 41 South: Oshkosh, Milwaukee

Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the left lane. Toward I 41 South, US 41 South: Oshkosh, Milwau...

14.6 mi into trip | ~24m in | I 41; US 41

Merge onto I 41; US 41

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane.

39.2 mi into trip | ~51m in

Take the exit toward WI 26, CTH N: Rosendale

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Exit 113 Toward WI 26, CTH N: Rosendale

65.6 mi into trip | ~1h 28m in

Take the exit toward WI 26: Waupun, Juneau

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Exit 144 Toward WI 26: Waupun, Juneau

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$21.73 one way

$43.46 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 49 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.36	$23.86	$47.72
premium	$4.89	$26.75	$53.50
diesel	$5.61	$30.69	$61.38

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$22

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$47–$72

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 48.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	41.7	$14.59	$6.67
Efficient EV	34.8	$12.16	$5.56
EV Truck/SUV	55.6	$19.46	$8.90

Gas CO2

49 kg

EV CO2

16 kg (67% less)

This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.

DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.

Travel Intel

Current conditions at both ends of the drive.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Black Creek, WI

Night in Black Creek on Saturday

Local time

11:58 PM

CDT

Current temp

44°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

City of Janesville, WI

Night in City of Janesville on Saturday

Local time

11:58 PM

CDT

Current temp

48°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

46°F

Juneau, WI

70 mi in

Seasonal Notes

Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.

Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.

Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.

Time zone

Same local time

Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.

Temperature spread

4 degrees warmer at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

3h 7m on the road

Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a predominantly highway-focused drive for this 139-mile journey, with 88% of your time spent on major arteries such as State Highway 26 and I-41. This means you'll experience a consistent and efficient pace for much of the trip. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 55.7 miles on State Highway 26, so plan your refueling and rest stops accordingly. While not a winding scenic byway, this route offers a practical and direct connection between your starting point in Black Creek and your destination in Janesville, Wisconsin.

88% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.

30 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.

Longest single stretch: 55.7 mi on State Highway 26.

How Hard Is This Drive?

7/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on State Highway 26 and WI 26. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 13.3 miles in near CTH OO / West Northland Avenue.

Driving Effort 7/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 139 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 13.3 miles (CTH OO / West Northland Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 14.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 14.6 miles (I 41; US 41): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between Black Creek, WI and City of Janesville, WI, road signs point toward Milwaukee, Cth N: Rosendale and Juneau.

Milwaukee

14.3 mi in | ~23m

Cth N: Rosendale

39.2 mi in | ~51m

Juneau

65.6 mi in | ~1h 28m

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 7m. Total distance: 139 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

3h 7m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (88%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 55.7 miles on State Highway 26. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.

It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at City of Janesville, WI before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.

Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

Possible but tiring. At 3.1 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.2 hours — manageable with a long break at City of Janesville, WI, but most travelers stay overnight.

How this page is built

Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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Trip from Black Creek, WI to City of Janesville, WI

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Nearby Places

Magnolia Coffee Co.

Magnolia Coffee Co.

The Breaking Point LLC

Heads-up: tricky spots

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Black Creek, WI

City of Janesville, WI

Same local time

4 degrees warmer at arrival

3h 7m on the road

What kind of drive is this?

How Hard Is This Drive?

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Who Is This Route For?

Frequently Asked Questions

Which road carries most of the drive?

Are there rest areas on this route?

Should I avoid arriving after dark?

Is this a good trip with kids?

Where does this route get tricky?

Can I do this as a round trip in one go?

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